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"Headbutting" is an aggressive manoeuvre where one aircraft flies dangerously close to another, forcing it to alter course or risk collision, often used for intimidation or deterrence.Summary
- The "headbutt" tactic isn't typically dangerous.
- Russian military activity near Alaska has increased.
- North American Aerospace Defense Command intercepts Russian planes regularly.
- Russia's aggression linked to Arctic strategic interests.
- Joint Russian-Chinese military drills raise concerns.
References
- ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation): High factual reporting
- COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
- RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE GUIDELINES LEARNING OUTCOMES ETC)
